Thorne Smith (1892–1934) was an American author of comedic supernatural fiction. His best-known work is the two Topper novels,
published between 1920 and 1930. The collection consists of correspondences between Joseph Blotner, a then-Ph.D. candidate
at the University of Pennsylvania writing his dissertation on Smith, and various associates of Thorne Smith; and typescripts
and manuscripts of Smith's novels, including Topper, The Night Life of the Gods, and Rain in the Doorway.

University of Pennsylvania Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts

extent

1.6 linear feet (4 boxes)

inclusive date

1926-1955

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Thorne Smith (1892–1934) was an American author of comedic supernatural fiction. His best-known work is the two Topper novels,
published between 1920 and 1930. The collection consists of correspondences between Joseph Blotner, a then-Ph.D. candidate
at the University of Pennsylvania writing his dissertation on Smith, and various associates of Thorne Smith; and typescripts
and manuscripts of Smith's novels, including Topper, The Night Life of the Gods, and Rain in the Doorway.